Peter Schmeichel, the former Danish international legend, reflects on missed opportunities in World Cup qualifiers
Peter Schmeichel, the formidable presence who once guarded the goal for Denmark, recently expressed his disappointment over a tough goalless draw against Scotland in the opening match of the World Cup qualifiers. The 61-year-old, who racked up 129 caps for his country, shared his feelings in a candid interview on the BBC’s Sacked in the Morning podcast.
As he contemplates the current state of the Danish team, he can’t help but compare his impressive international career to that of his son, Kasper. The younger Schmeichel, now making waves with Celtic, has tallied 118 appearances and recently captained the team to a 3-1 victory over Greece.
Both Denmark and Scotland currently sit on 10 points in Group C, with Denmark edging ahead on goal difference. The two teams are set to clash again this November in a match that could prove pivotal in determining who secures a spot in the finals and who might face a grueling battle in the playoffs.
Reflecting on the earlier encounter, Schmeichel admitted, “I was so disappointed that we didn’t beat you in Copenhagen. After that game, I was nervous.” He went on to describe his initial confidence after the draw, believing strongly that Denmark would qualify. “We started at home against Scotland, which seemed like a promising opportunity. If we had won, we would have put those three points on the board right away. But after the 0-0 draw, we faced Greece and managed a comfortable victory instead,” he noted.
Schmeichel’s analysis of the upcoming rematch reveals a sense of anticipation. “It’s going to be interesting to see how it all pans out,” he concluded, hinting at the fierce competition that lies ahead in this World Cup qualifying journey.
